We saw a lot of herself this summer. On Saturday we saw her off to London where she will be residing from now on. I have spent the past four years adapting to having a daughter who was in college in England. It feels somehow different to have a daughter who is living and working in London. I am glad for her and I hope she has a fantastic time with all her friends who live in London. And it could be much further away (and she might yet decamp to another continent; at least London is easy and quick to get to). But it is sad to see her go; another generation of emigrants in the family. My husband and I emigrated; my parents emigrated; my parents-in-law emigrated; and my grandparents emigrated; but, you know what? We all came back. Keep your fingers crossed that someday she will come home for good after lots of exciting adventures.
*Separation by WS Merwin
Your absence has gone through me
Like thread through a needle.
Everything I do is stitched with its color.
The very best of luck to her (and to you!), I hope all goes well for everyone.
Thanks Suzy.
All the best to herself on this new adventure and to you and Mr. W as you adapt to this change. It must be bittersweet. Someone said that gift from parents to children is roots and wings, which I think you have done. Congratulations. Love Merlin’s on separation!
*Merwin, not Merlin
Thank you, Karen – what a nice comment. Fingers crossed.